News & Press

Nov 5, 2022 11:00AM

Let's Explore Mr. Corbit's Tannery - SOLD OUT!

Sign a contract and become an apprentice in Mr. Corbit’s tannery.  Learn about the “art and mystery” of the tanning trade. 

Fall's Bounty
Oct 8, 2022 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Fall's Bounty

“Fall’s Bounty”  Explore the Collins-Sharp House and working kitchen garden with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. 

Fall Homeschool day
Sep 30, 2022 9:00AM

Fall Homeschool Day, 9am - SOLD OUT!

Join us for a school tour sampler designed just for homeschoolers.  Take your family back in time to explore the 18th century in colonial Odessa.  Our site offers a unique and well-documented picture of early American life in our interactive, hands-on educational workshops.

Sep 16, 2022 10:00AM to Nov 4, 2022 4:30PM

2022 Storybook Trees Registration Begins

To reserve a tree for the 2022 Holiday Tour season or for more information on creating a tree with your family, club, or school visit, please download and submit the registration form via fax or email.

Sep 17, 2022 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Preserving Summer's Bounty

“Preserving Summer’s Bounty”  Explore the Collins-Sharp House and working kitchen garden with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. 

Jun 19, 2022 1:00PM to 4:00PM

HOF Celebrates Juneteenth

The Historic Odessa Foundation recognizes Juneteenth, the traditional celebration dating to 1865 commemorating the end of slavery in America. Tours of the National Park Service Network to Freedom exhibit: “Freedom Seekers: the Odessa Story” will be offered free of charge and open to the public.

Squash
Jun 11, 2022 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Tomatoes, Peppers and Squash

“Tomatoes, Peppers and Squash”  Explore the Collins-Sharp House with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. 

Fresh from the Garden
May 14, 2022 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Saturdays at the Hearth: Fresh From the Garden

“Fresh From the Garden”  Explore the Collins-Sharp House and working kitchen garden with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. 

Spring Treats
Apr 9, 2022 10:00AM to 4:00PM

2022 Saturdays at the Hearth: Spring Treats

“Spring Treats”  Explore the Collins-Sharp House with your guide as our costumed interpreters capture the sights and flavors of authentic 18th century cooking. 

Spring Homeschool Day
Apr 7, 2022 9:00AM

Spring Homeschool Day - SOLD OUT!

Join us for a school tour sampler designed just for homeschoolers. Take your family back in time to explore the 18th century in colonial Odessa. 

Field Trip Fair
Mar 5, 2022 10:00AM

Field Trip Fair at Winterthur

Looking for field trip ideas to spark your students’ imaginations in history, science, art, and more?

Mar 10, 2022 10:00AM

Harriet Tubman Bicentennial

HOF celebrates the role of local underground railroad agents and the life of Harriet Tubman marking 200 years since her birth in Dorchester County, Maryland.  “Freedom Seekers: the Odessa Story” will be free to the public.